If you need one croissant
You’re topping up your shopping for one occasion and don’t want to store any leftover croissants. ALDI, Dirk and PLUS are among the retailers that list individual croissants in their ranges.
Who are these options relevant to?
If you’re buying for several occasions
You’re planning a few breakfasts or snack times, so you’ll want to consider the number of croissants, the product type and how to store the rest.
If you need to check ingredients or preparation in advance
You want to know which allergens are listed before buying, and whether you’ll need to defrost or bake the croissants. Check the information for the version you’ve chosen.
What should you consider when choosing?
First, work out how many croissants you’ll actually use and when you want to eat them. Then check the preparation and storage instructions, as well as the ingredients for the pack you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| One croissant, no leftovers | Check whether you can buy the croissant individually and whether it needs to be prepared before eating. | If I only use one croissant, I don’t want to have to store the rest of a pack too. For around 40% of consumers, getting just the right amount is the most important factor. |
| Several occasions | Check the number of croissants, their shelf life and the storage instructions. | For several occasions, I want to know in advance whether I can use the whole pack without anything being left over. For around 30% of consumers, planning ahead comes first. |
| Ready to eat or bake-at-home | Read the preparation instructions and check that you have the equipment and storage space you need. | When I’m out and about, I don’t want to have to bake them first, whereas at home I can make time for preparation. Around 20% of consumers put this intended use first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the latest label; for unwrapped croissants, ask for allergen information. | If certain ingredients or allergens are a deciding factor for me, I need to be able to check the information for the exact version I’m buying. For around 10% of consumers, this is the first thing they look for. |
Common mistakes
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Buying a pack when you only need one croissant
A pack with several croissants also means you’ll need a plan for the ones you won’t eat straight away.
Choose an amount that suits your eating occasions and check how to store any leftovers.
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Assuming every croissant is ready to eat
Bake-at-home and frozen versions need preparation. Even individual croissants can vary in how they should be prepared.
Before buying, check the instructions for defrosting, baking and storage if you want to eat the croissant at a particular time.
Baking croissants at home takes time and the right equipment; frozen croissants also need freezer space.
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Relying on an ingredients list you checked earlier
A product’s ingredients can change. If you have a food allergy, it’s important to check the information for the croissant you’ve chosen, as the Netherlands Nutrition Centre also emphasises.
Check the latest label or ask in store for allergen information about an unwrapped product.
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Comparing nutritional values for different portion sizes as if they were the same
Nutritional values per 100 g don’t automatically tell you how much you’ll get from one croissant; croissants can vary in weight.
Check both the nutritional values per 100 g and the weight of the portion you eat on the label.
Retailers to compare
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists a range that includes regular croissants, mini croissants and individual petit butter croissants.
- You can compare different product types from the same retailer.
- Check whether each product is available at your local store and what preparation it needs.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists options including a pack of four butter croissants and a frozen version.
- The different pack types can suit a range of plans for several occasions.
- For the frozen version, allow for freezer space and check the storage and preparation instructions.
Lidl
Lidl lists mini butter croissants in its fresh-from-the-oven range.
- The mini size is another portion option to consider.
- Check the range at the store where you shop.
ALDI
ALDI lists an individual fresh butter croissant.
- Buying one individually suits a top-up for a single occasion.
- Check whether the croissant is available in store.
PLUS
PLUS lists both a small butter croissant and a pack of butter croissants for baking at home.
- You can choose between different quantities and preparation methods.
- Check the latest ingredients and preparation information for each version; according to the product information, the small croissant also needs to be prepared.
Dirk
Dirk lists an individual 65 g butter croissant.
- Buying one individually means you don’t have to take home a whole pack for one occasion.
- Check availability and product information in store.
Croissants and packs on Joybuy
These products include a croissant for one occasion and packs for several. Compare the number of croissants and check whether each product is ready to eat or needs to be prepared first.
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Bakery Village Danish Croissant 85 g
One croissant for one occasion. Check the latest pack for preparation instructions, ingredients and allergens.
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SCHOOF Croissants, 4 pieces
A pack for several occasions. Check the baking and storage instructions before splitting the four croissants across different occasions.
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g'woon Butter Croissants, 4 pieces, 180 g
Four croissants with a stated total weight of 180 g, for several occasions. Check the pack for preparation instructions and allergen information.
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G'woon Mini Butter Croissants
Mini croissants for anyone looking for smaller portions. Check the pack weight before buying, as the title and product description give different weights; also read the latest ingredients information.
Frequently asked questions
When should I buy one croissant rather than a pack?
Buy one loose croissant if you only need one and don’t want to store any leftovers. If you have several occasions planned, check how many croissants are in the pack and how to store them.
Do bake-at-home croissants always need an oven?
Not all versions do: PLUS also gives air fryer instructions for its butter croissants for baking at home. Follow the instructions on the pack of the product you buy.
Where can I find allergen information for a croissant?
For a packaged croissant, read the latest label; for an unwrapped one, ask in store for allergen information. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights how important this information is if you have a food allergy, so don’t rely solely on a product page you viewed earlier.
Does every croissant contain iodised salt?
You can’t assume that every croissant does. PLUS lists iodised salt in one of its bake-at-home products; check the ingredients list for the version you want to buy.
Can I refreeze frozen croissants after defrosting them?
Not for the frozen croissants that Jumbo says must not be refrozen after defrosting. For this version, Jumbo also says to prepare and eat them within 24 hours of defrosting; follow the storage instructions for any other product.